Puerto Ricans Fire Back at Trump for Critical Tweets
Puerto Ricans reacted harshly on Saturday to President Trump's tweets that leaders of the hurricane-ravaged Caribbean island "want everything to be done for them when it should be a community effort."
Trump: 'We've only heard thank yous' From Puerto Ricans
President Donald Trump squarely focused on one task as he landed in Puerto Rico: portraying his administration's response to the devastation on the still-recovering island as a tremendous success.
Some US Women Travel Hundreds of Miles for Abortions, Analysis Finds
For most women, access to reproductive and sexual health services is crucial to well-being. A new study highlights the difficulties surrounding access to one aspect of health care -- abortion services -- faced by women in some areas of the United States.
Trump in Puerto Rico: A Narcissist's Tour de Force
Finally lumbering into a devastated Puerto Rico aboard Air Force One, almost two weeks after Hurricane Maria made landfall, President Trump came face-to-face with the kind of reality he can't deflect with anger and derision. A world waited to see if in a crisis, an unscripted Trump would rise to the occasion. He did not.
Why Bill and Melinda Gates Are Spending a Lot of time in Washington
(CNN Money) -- Bill and Melinda Gates want to keep foreign aid flowing from Washington. But with a president that believes in "America First," they're fighting an uphill battle.
Portraits of the Las Vegas Shooting Victims
One was a nurse who died protecting his wife. Another devoted her life to teaching children with special needs. They were people from different walks of life who had gathered Sunday night to enjoy a country music festival in the glimmering heart of the Las Vegas Strip.
5 Things for October 4: Las Vegas, Puerto Rico, Facebook & Russia, Spain, Uber
Survivors of the Las Vegas shooting will need long-term support. Here's how you can help. And here's what else you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
Trump's Puerto Rico Event Was Way Worse Than His Tweets
President Donald Trump faced a major test on Tuesday as he traveled to storm-ravaged Puerto Rico: Show the American citizens struggling for survival on the island that he understood their plight, sympathized with them and was doing everything in his power to make it better as quickly as he could.
San Juan Mayor: I Hope Trump Stops 'spouting out' comments that hurt Puerto Rico's People
President Donald Trump should avoid making comments that hurt the people of Puerto Rico, San Juan Mayor Carmen Yulín Cruz told CNN following a briefing with Trump on the island.
Ford to Slash $14 Billion in Costs
Ford says it plans to cut $14 billion in costs and eliminate unprofitable model lines as it works to prepare for a quickly changing future.
Trump Tosses Paper Towels into Puerto Rico Crowd
While surveying the damage in Puerto Rico after Hurricane Maria, President Donald Trump visited with survivors and helped distribute supplies -- at one point throwing paper towels into the crowd.
Moody Gardens Partners with Alzheimer's Association for Early-Stage Social Engagement Program
Program Creates a Vital Community after Diagnosis
Moody Gardens’ Education Center will once again host “Growing Together,” a seven-part series designed to help people living with the early stages of Alzheimer’s to remain mentally and socially active after their diagnosis.
Musical Tribute to Homer's 'Odyssey' Arrives in Houston
Homeric legend comes alive through the medium of French Baroque music in a program presented by Cleveland-based ensemble Les Délices for the Houston Early Music series on Friday, Nov. 3, at 7:30 p.m. at Salem Evangelical Lutheran Church.
The Las Vegas Heroes Who Stepped Up as Chaos Reigned
Amy McAslin and roommate Krystal Goddard dived under a table as gunfire rained down on fellow concertgoers in Las Vegas on Sunday night. Eventually, McAslin realized she was being shielded by someone who'd just been shot.
Well Deserved: Why Hopkins And Not OBJ Should Be the Highest Paid WR
On September 1, 2017, the Houston Texans made their star WR DeAndre Hopkins the highest paid player at his position (5 yrs./$81 million - $49 million guaranteed). That exceeds the contract extension WR Antonio Brown received ($68 million/$19 million guaranteed) this offseason from the Pittsburg Steelers. Hopkins has now set the bar for others at his position to seek similar deals.
Revision to Digital Design Challenge
Mayor Sylvester Turner announces that the City of Houston is launching the first-ever Digital Design Challenge. The City is calling on innovative Houstonians to provide a vision for the City’s digital presence and website user experience that defines the City of Houston. A panel of judges will select three finalists to receive awards of $1,000 each.
Floor Statement of the Honorable John Conyers, Jr. in Opposition to H.R. 36, the so-called "Pain‑Capable Unborn Child Protection Act"
H.R. 36, the “Pain-Capable Unborn Child Protection Act,” is a dangerous and far-reaching attack on a woman’s constitutional right to choose whether or not to terminate a pregnancy - a right that the Supreme Court guaranteed more than 44 years ago in Roe v. Wade.
Heartland Institute to Host the America First Energy Conference Nov. 9 in Houston, Texas
One-day event will be a deep dive into President Donald Trump’s energy agendaThe Heartland Institute – known globally for hosting 12 International Conferences on Climate Change since 2008 – has put to
The Heartland Institute – known globally for hosting 12 International Conferences on Climate Change since 2008 – has put together the America First Energy Conference to examine the scientific, economic, and political foundations of President Trump’s America First Energy Plan.
Harris County Clerk Provides Post Harvey Election Update
Harris County Clerk Stan Stanart will provide voters with an update on how Hurricane Harvey has impacted the elections infrastructure as well as provide vital information that displaced voters need to cast a ballot in the upcoming November 7, 2017 General and Special Elections.
The Powell Brothers to Kick Off Battle of the Piney Woods Presented By H-E-B Fan Fest
The Battle of the Piney Woods presented by H-E-B will get underway at Fan Fest, featuring a performance by The Powell Brothers, on Saturday, Oct. 7.
